Asus Zenbook UX31A Fan Replacement

Introduction

This guide will show how to replace the fan of your Asus Zenbook UX31A. This may be necessary if the computer is overheating or the fan is making weird noises.

The fan is responsible for circulating air within the computer to prevent overheating. If the fan has issues, it may lead to overheating.

Before following this guide, make sure to try cleaning out the vents and fan. This can be done using an ESD safe brush and compressed air.

Before you proceed, make sure to power the computer all the way down and disconnect the charging cable.

What you need

Step 1 Battery

Asus Zenbook UX31A Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2

Asus Zenbook UX31A Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2

Use a T6 screwdriver to remove the ten 6 mm case screws.
The two screws adjacent to the device serial number stamps are longer than the others. These two screws run about 11 mm long.
Remove the back cover from the laptop.
DO NOT BEND OR PUNCTURE THE BATTERY: Puncturing the battery can result in injury since the battery can catch fire or explode when exposed directly to oxygen

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Step 2

Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the three 7 mm screws that secure the battery.

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Step 3

Unplug the bundled battery connector from the motherboard by gently pulling the cable up.
Make sure you pull the connector directly upwards or you could damage the connector

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